John Healey

At today's Ukraine Defence Contact Group we announced a new agreement to provide critical air defence ammunition to Ukraine, as part of a 50 day drive to arm Ukraine and force Putin to the negotiating table. Together, we are stepping up to secure a just and lasting peace.

The UK and France are stepping up to meet today’s threats and tomorrow’s challenges. We’re committed to driving defence as an engine for growth, delivering better capabilities faster and ensuring our armed forces can operate side by side – from the High North to the Black Sea.

Today my friend @SebLecornu and I reaffirmed the enduring and vital defence partnership the UK and France share. Our two nations help keep each other safe, drive economic growth and deliver security for Europe. That partnership will only grow stronger. 🇬🇧🇫🇷

Together we are stepping up on European security, boosting economic growth and supporting Ukraine for as long as it takes. The Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP hosted his French counterpart @SebLecornu in London today reaffirming the 🇬🇧🤝🇫🇷 defence partnership.

Today’s agreement with Türkiye is a big step towards a multi-billion pound export of Typhoon fighter jets. A deal that will strengthen @NATO’s collective defence, boost our industrial bases and secure thousands of skilled jobs across the UK.

35,000 military personnel. 19 nations. Defending the collective security of the Indo-Pacific. This is Exercise Talisman Sabre 25.

The UK’s military support for Ukraine this year is more than ever before. @JohnHealey_MP confirmed at today's Ukraine Defence Contact Group that the 🇬🇧 has delivered 50,000 drones to 🇺🇦 in the last six months and £150m worth of air defence and artillery in the last two months.

Chelsea Flower Show at Wentworth Woodhouse is running until 5pm Sunday and details can be found online here: wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk/whats-on/rhs-f… …5/5

My favourite…4/5

Something for everyone. Talks, demonstrations, family trails, show gardens, floral marquees, hands-on kids activities, florists, artisan stalls and local Yorkshire food and drink! …3/5

Community gardeners, northern flower farmers and international horticultural experts all together. One show. Unique blend of blooms …2/5

Chelsea Flower Show comes to Rotherham. Simply stunning. So proud 1/5

The UK will stand with the Ukrainian people – today, tomorrow, the day after. For as long as it takes for Ukraine to prevail.

Transparency matters. Scrutiny matters. Accountability matters. That’s why we commissioned the Rimmer Review, and brought this issue into the open this week. dailymail.co.uk/debate/article…

Congratulations to Air Marshal Harv Smyth on his appointment as Chief of the Air Staff. He has outstanding credentials to lead the @RoyalAirForce and I know he and Air Chief Marshal Sir Rich Knighton will work closely to deliver a landmark shift in our deterrence and defence.

In Full: Statement from Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP on Afghan resettlement.

Key facts about the data incident under the previous Government in 2022 that involved ARAP scheme applicants ⬇️

On the sidelines of @EmmanuelMacron's State visit to the UK, bilateral talks with my counterpart @JohnHealey_MP Coordination meeting on the eve of the summit, which will mark a major step forward in strengthening our defense relationship by refreshing the Lancaster House…

Defence investment added 14,000 jobs across the UK over the past year. New recommendations from the CBI Defence and Economic Growth Taskforce will build on this success: boosting jobs, driving innovation, and reforming procurement. Read more 👉 ow.ly/TJhh50Wmalo

Very good support for our Labour candidate Kieran Bold today, in the canvass team and on the doorstep … thank you! Vote Labour on Thursday in the Keppel by-election 🌹